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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1943
Page
4
A brief notice identifies R Shelton as founder editor from 1912 to 1924. It notes second class matter status and filing dates at the Decatur Alabama post office on February 26, 1912 and July 1, 1917 under the act of March 6, 1878.
The column blends commentary on wartime morale and baseball attendance with notes on Hoover potential, TVA electric rates in Tennessee cities, and the evolving soldier vote. It laments wartime policy, discusses Rome's refugee flight, and warns that delaying blockbusters could hinder Italian peace moves.
Frank R. Kent, a sharp presidential critic, argues against the McKellar bill. He faults the measure and attacks the Senate and both parties over patronage tied to wartime politics. Kent says the Senate should block passage as the President’s patronage fuels controversy.
The article argues Hitler’s failure came from adopting mechanized warfare suited to American industry. It notes the U S output of planes and the shift to mechanization contrasts with German limits. It also discusses Congress revolting against bureaucratic controls over wartime agencies like OWI OPA TVA and the TVA.
In urging support for an Alabama War Chest and Decatur United Charities, the speaker forecasts a larger War Chest this year and endorses expanding United Charities countywide. Morgan County should be noted for aiding those unable to help themselves and contributions should be accepted on a county basis.
Washington reports Willkie intends to tour most states north of the Mason-Dixon line over five months to prevent an isolationist on the Republican ticket. Dewey and MacArthur loom larger in congressional minds, with MacArthur backed by Senator Vandenberg as war continues. De Gaulle polarizes French politics as Communists back his program and liberal opinion shifts as truth about his stance emerges.
A Decatur Daily reader critiques an editorial linking zoot suit riots to long standing Mexican discrimination in the West. The correspondent argues the piece misattributes blame to the general public and suggests mistreatment bred disrespect for law while praising Mrs Roosevelt's social views.
A discussion of electric illumination in medical instruments, focusing on gastroscopes peritoneoscopes and endoscopy. The piece highlights how tiny, lighted devices reveal internal organs with minimal risk, while noting the need for specialists to interpret findings and the evolving potential to view hair growth and other body processes.
A fragment from a Decatur page features a humorous exchange about finding items and future guarantees. A clerk remarks on searching for unknowns while a teacher and pupil discuss a lap’s fate when standing up, highlighting light schoolyard wit.
A fragment asserts riches and temper influence success. It notes business is a mix of good days and bad with give and take. The piece warns against a sensitive soul and losing temper, urging wisdom in navigating work life.
A fragment quoting an assertion that shoulder fighting is a simple way to start a conflict and that profit matters more than credit. It claims a gang’s friendliness is similar across places and hinges largely on an individual's behavior.
A Decatur woman explains to her grocer she wants ten pounds of butter before hoarders stock up. A satirical piece connects a prayer to golden crust bread and a librarian directs Mr Lamb to the post office across the street.
A fragment from a humorous column features jokes about a widow's cigars warnings to a refined suitor, hat gossip, a Thanksgiving invitation, a slipping turkey, hostess tact, and light remarks on women’s fashion. The tone mimics a period humor page with social satire and quick quips.
Walter Winchell reports on celebrity gossip and legal marks with notes on public figures. Rumors touch actors Greer Garson Elizabeth Arden and socialites while legal and political strata shift through Reno divorces and hotel set gossip.
In Reno a Maharajah visits a dude ranch and shows attention to Patsy Prescott of Alamo Ranch. Elaine Derick, wife of an Alaska Red Cross executive, waits for a decree. Rumors place Patsy between cowboy H Crackett and possible match Newton Smith, with socialite Rosalie Bell and other figures linked to Tin Pan Alley.
A chaotic Washington vignette highlights gossip and public shaming around the WAACs amid John O'Donnell coverage. The scene includes a loud diner encounter with an Ensign and clipped accusations, plus a flurry of celebrity oblique references and theater and radio figures connected to scandal, marriages, and media.
A voice from the back row presses for clarity as the speaker contemplates the drink question. The dialogue suggests social constraints and the burden of keeping friendships lively while enduring little sleep.
The Duke hopes to travel to London to visit his mother after a long separation but the Duchess reportedly will not grant approval. Mexican war plants face Nazi propaganda pressure. Diego Rivera is favored to be elected to the Mexican Chamber of Deputies next month. Mrs. Bayard Veiller’s new play The Two Mrs Carrolls bears the pen name Martin Vale and began rehearsals the day Veiller became a widow. Sgt J Cannon of Chicago Army Public Relations denies WAAC rumors. Arthur Maxwell, the baritone in the Folies and No 6 Rockette, are linked romantically. Producer A Bloomingdale bears bruises from a clash with Jerry White, the stage manager.
The War Relocation Authority admits an error in reporting that Japanese internees were released after FBI approval. Internal policy shows WRA sends names to Military Intelligence Naval Intelligence and the FBI, which only report what they have on file and do not approve releases. The WRA holds sole release responsibility.
Susan Brewster and Steve Hannagan divorce in Florida amid moonlight fantasies. Aileen Whelan of Doughgirls may wed Hugh Owen after abrogation finalizes. Victor Mature set to wed Lucy Cochrane once divorce permits. Fulton Lewis Jr denies Axis atrocity claims on air. Hitler expected to bomb New York by April 15. Brain Trust forming inside the President's circle. Mrs Ned McLean of the Hope Diamond clan to marry her lawyer.
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